In re Edwards

Summary

The Kansas Supreme Court adopted the disciplinary panel's factual findings and conclusions that Carolyn Sue Edwards violated multiple professional-conduct rules through deficient probate and adoption representation, unreasonable and mishandled fees, inadequate communication, and dishonest statements. Because the misconduct was knowing, caused actual client harm, and included dishonesty, the court rejected probation and imposed a six-month suspension with a reinstatement hearing. The court also assessed costs against Edwards and ordered publication of the opinion.